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Become a Friend of Forte
When you choose to give your financial support to Forte Theatre Company, you become an integral partner in our mission to bring quality, professional theatre and theatre education to Milwaukee’s suburbs. As a 501(c)3 nonprofit arts organization, we rely on donations to continue to share the gift of accessible live theatre with our community.
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your gift at work: 2024 annual report
Ticket sales cover less than half of Forte Theatre Company’s operating expenses. Our Friends of Forte allow us to . . .
Create jobs in the arts for local actors, musicians, designers and technicians.
Produce professional productions and engage with growing audiences of all ages in Milwaukee and Milwaukee’s suburbs
Reach students from all over the greater Milwaukee area through our Forte Youth Productions
Present creative, collaborative projects with community partners
fostering a love of theatre
10% of every Friend of Forte donation provides free tickets to foster families throughout Southeastern Wisconsin. Learn more about our “Fostering a Love of Theatre” initiative.
friends of forte donor benefits
In addition to our gratitude, donors to the Friends of Forte program starting at the $100 level receive certain benefits. These range from program recognition to invitations to exclusive Forte events!
See the list of giving levels and associated benefits here.
After you give, you will be emailed and mailed a written acknowledgment which will serve as your receipt. Contributions are deductible to the extent allowed by law.
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Mail a check: to Forte Theatre Company at: PO Box 321422, Franklin, WI 53132
Take advantage of employer matching gifts: Many companies will match donations made by their current or retired employees. Please contact your current or former employer to ask about matching opportunities.
Donations of goods and services: If you have items that you think may be of use to Forte, please email Artistic Director Randall Dodge. If you are a business wishing to make an in-kind donation, please find more information here.